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The couple have recently moved into a care home called Seaview Haven in Ilfracombe after refusing to be separated from each other.

Charles, who will be turning 100-years-old on January 31 still looks after his wife and will continue to play an active role with support from the care team at Seaview Haven.

Julia and Charles Yung set to celebrate their 78th wedding anniversary on February (Image: Rob Tibbles)

The pair’s love story began when Charles was 17 and Julia was 18-years-old. They met at a speedway event in West Ham.

After dating for a couple of years they decided to tie the knot. Charles said: “It was Good Friday and we met at a speedway track. I ended up walking home with her and we have been together ever since.

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“We have had a wonderful life together and we have had some lovely holidays. We have never had an argument.”

Julia said: “I have never had anything to do with any other man. It is just us.”

The pair have recently moved into Seaview Haven in Ilfracombe (Image: Rob Tibbles)

Lisa Swain, manager at Seaview Haven in Ilfracombe, said: “We are delighted that as part of the recent extension and refurbishment here at Seaview, we have several spacious rooms that can accommodate couples like Mr and Mrs Yung.

“While we work hard to ensure every resident is integrated into the Seaview family, there is clearly no substitute for being able to continue to live with your loving partner and it is clear their bond is as strong as ever after 78 years of marriage.

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“The care team have already built a strong rapport with both Charles and Julia and exchange regular banter, both are enjoying the facilities we have at the Home, especially their daily cooked breakfasts.

We are very excited to be celebrating Charles’ 100th birthday and look forward to them enjoying many more with us at Seaview Haven.”